
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Wheaton Neighborhood of Wheaton, IL from $700 (76 Rentals)
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1426 Stonebridge Circle, Unit K5
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1440 Stonebridge Cir, Unit J12

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507 W Wesley St

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1721 E Roosevelt Rd

Kenilworth Arms
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336 Pennsylvania Ave, Unit 9

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1141 Iroquois Ave, Unit 217
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South Wheaton, Wheaton, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Wheaton?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Wheaton Studio Apartments | $1,857 | $1,250 | $2,485 |
| South Wheaton 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,813 | $1,200 | $2,839 |
| South Wheaton 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,392 | $1,375 | $5,800 |
| South Wheaton 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,940 | $2,211 | $8,448 |
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There are currently 76 rentals with your search options within a 3 mile radius of the South Wheaton Neighborhood of Wheaton, IL.
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Cheapest Available South Wheaton Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Wheaton area of Chicago, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at Kenilworth Arms priced from $1,200. Parkside Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,395. Here are the most affordable South Wheaton apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kenilworth Arms | 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1,200 |
| Parkside Apartments | 1 BED / 1.0 BATH, 700 SQ FT - RENOVATED | 1BR,1BA | $1,395 |
| The Apartment Homes at 850 Front Street | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,395 |
| Lorraine Park & Parkview Apartments | one bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,400 |
| The Arbors of Glen Ellyn | One Bedroom Floor Plan A4 | 1BR,1BA | $1,404 |
| Taft Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $1,495 |
| Prairie Path Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,495 |
| Lakeside at Wheaton Apartments | Murphy | 1BR,1BA | $1,527 |
| Lakeside Apartments | Erie A | 1BR,1BA | $1,540 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Wheaton, IL
As of August 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the South Wheaton area is the $2.00 price per square foot 1671 Grosvenor Cir Model at 1671 Grosvenor Cir, Unit C in the in the East Wheaton neighborhood starting from $2,400. The second greatest value South Wheaton apartment is the Hickory Model at Briarbrook starting at $2,111 with a $2.08 price per square foot in the Briarcliffe Knolls neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Wheaton apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1671 Grosvenor Cir, Unit C | 1671 Grosvenor Cir | 2BR,2BA | $2.00 |
| Briarbrook | Hickory | 2BR,2BA | $2.08 |
| 1440 Stonebridge Cir, Unit J12 | 1440 Stonebridge Cir | 2BR,1BA | $1.96 |
| Lorraine Park & Parkview Apartments | one bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.56 |
| Courts Of Williamsburg | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.88 |
| The Apartment Homes at 850 Front Street | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.86 |
| Kenilworth Arms | 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1.60 |
| Parkside Apartments | 1 BED / 1.0 BATH, 700 SQ FT - BPC RENOVATED | 1BR,1BA | $2.07 |
| Taft Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $2.14 |
| The Arbors of Glen Ellyn | One Bedroom Floor Plan A4 | 1BR,1BA | $2.17 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Wheaton Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in South Wheaton?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in South Wheaton is at Iroquois Club listed at $1,689.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom South Wheaton Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom South Wheaton Apartment is $1,200 at Kenilworth Arms.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom South Wheaton Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in South Wheaton is starting from $1,495 at Taft Apartments.
What is the most affordable South Wheaton Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap South Wheaton Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Lakeside Apartments and starts from $2,265.
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